According to the Directive (EU) 2019/904 on the reduction of the impact of certain plastic products on the environment and its related Regulation (EU) 2020/2151, some considerations must be made regarding their future impact on cosmetics products. The goal of this Directive – also known as Single-Use Plastic (SUP) Directive – is to reduce plastic […]
Regulatory
Introduction In the previous part, it was highlighted that peptides and proteins are interesting cosmetic ingredients, notably because of their anti-aging activities. There is already a plethora of peptide-based cosmetic raw materials on the market, with more being researched constantly. So far, regulation of these ingredients largely involves their origin (must be synthesized or extracted […]
Introduction In part 1 I explained why finished cosmetics products are not exempted from REACH regulation obligations, particularly from the registration. The main message was that every component of your finished cosmetic product is “registrable” individually. In part 2, I will explain in more detail what needs to be registered, who has to register, and […]
The European Commission approved the use of Methoxypropylamino Cyclohenylidene Ethoxyethylcyanoacetate (CAS number 1419401-88-9) as UV filter, following the conclusions of the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS/1605/19). To the best of our knowledge, this new ingredient is a promising UVA Filter with a λmax of 385 nm. The Commission Regulation EU No 2020/1684, adds Methoxypropylamino […]
Numerous peer-reviewed articles highlight the possible toxicity of hair dye substances and notably their concerning carcinogenic, genotoxic, and skin sensitizing properties. In order to properly protect consumers, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS), the European Commission, the Member States, and the Industry developed an overall strategy to evaluate hair dye substances. As their work […]
New Mandatory Marking Requirements for Wet Wipes at the Horizon The effects plastic pollution has on natural habitats are familiar to everyone, just think of the Pacific trash vortex – literally a plastic island – or the tiny pieces of plastic scattered all over the sand. In light of this global emergency, Europe is finally […]
Hydroxyethylmethacrylate (HEMA) and Di-HEMA Trimethylhexyl Dicarbamate (Di-HEMA TMHDC) are two colorless viscous liquids that readily polymerize when exposed to UV-light. Because of their physical properties, these monomers are typically used in nail enhancement products. The skin sensitization potential of these cosmetic ingredients raised concerns since 2016. The restriction of HEMA and Di-HEMA TMHDC to professional […]
